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Yongnuo YN 33mm f/1.4 DA DSM WL Pro
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Yongnuo · f/1.4 · Sony E mount

Yongnuo YN 33mm f/1.4 DA DSM WL Pro

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KEY FACTS
BrandYongnuo
Release Year2024
Production StatusIn Production
Lens MountSony E
SystemSony E
What We Like
+Exceptional bokeh quality with f/1.4 aperture creating tight depth of field for portraiture
+Built-in 2.4GHz RF wireless module for remote focus control with optional BR-L1 controller
+Excellent value at approximately $268, undercutting competitor lenses by $200+
+Sharpness and color rendition with controlled chromatic aberration vs. competing lenses
+Extensive customization: declickable aperture ring, function button, and mode-custom switch
+49.5mm full-frame equivalent on APS-C delivers natural perspective with fast f/1.4 aperture
Worth Knowing
−Heaviest in its class at 370g compared to competing 33mm f/1.4 lenses
−Minimal resistance on aperture ring allows unintentional adjustment away from desired settings
−No optical image stabilization; relies on camera body IBIS capability
−Light axial chromatic aberration visible when shooting wide-open at f/1.4

General

Brand
Yongnuo
Release Year
2024
Production Status
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Current status of lens manufacturing (e.g., in production, discontinued).
In Production
Lens Mount
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The lens mount will tell you what type of lens range you can fit onto the camera body. Often the same camera company will have different lens ranges for different cameras.
Sony E
System
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Indicates which camera system the lens is designed to attach to.
Sony E
Read our notes on general
The Yongnuo YN33mm F1.4 DA DSM WL Pro is available in Nikon Z, Sony E, and Fujifilm X mount options at around $268, positioning it as exceptional value in the 33mm f/1.4 market. This 33mm delivers a 49.5mm full-frame equivalent on APS-C with fast f/1.4 aperture and strong optical performance. The lens stands out with RF wireless communication capability, extensive handling controls, and lots of features all at a very affordable price. While weight reaches 370g making it heavier than some competitors, it offers the most feature-rich package in this focal length class.

Physical

Lens Weight
370 g
Lens Diameter
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Width of the lens at its widest point
69 mm
Lens Length
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How long the lens is from front to back.
87 mm
Front Filter Size
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Diameter of attachable filters.
58 mm

Optics

Focal Range
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Shortest to longest focal length of the lens (zoom range start - end )
33 mm
Aperture Range
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Largest aperture at the lens's shortest focal length to longest focal length (aperture range start - end)
1.4
Blades
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Number of diaphragm blades in aperture
9020
Zoom Lens
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Zoom allows you to vary the focal length, change between long shots and close-ups
No
Closest Focusing Distance
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Minimum distance for a subject to be in focus.
40 cm01500
Autofocus Mode
Yes

Features

Weather Sealing
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Weather sealing capabilities will give you more confidence when shooting in unfavourable conditions.
Yes